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Airbus has completed the first flight of the A350-1000ULR for Qantas Project Sunrise, marking the start of certification testing for future non-stop Sydney–London operations. TOULOUSE, FRANCE – Airbus has completed the first flight of the A350-1000ULR, the ultra-long-range variant being developed for Qantas Airways’ Project Sunrise programme. The aircraft, designated MSN 707, is the first […]
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The African Development Bank Group has secured support for its Integrated Aviation Transformation Program, including a US$10 million contribution from Japan to help modernise aviation and strengthen connectivity across Africa. BRAZZAVILLE, REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO – Governors of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), development partners, investors and private sector representatives have expressed support for […]
Freebird Airlines has joined BARIG as a new member, strengthening the association’s representation of airlines operating in Germany and expanding industry collaboration across the European aviation sector. FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY – The Board of Airline Representatives in Germany (BARIG) has welcomed Türkiye-based Freebird Airlines as its newest member, further strengthening the association’s representation of […]
Honeywell has announced new brand identities for its automation and aerospace businesses ahead of the planned spin-off of Honeywell Aerospace into a separate publicly traded company on 29 June 2026. CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – Honeywell has announced the new brand identities that will be adopted by its automation and aerospace businesses following the planned separation […]
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SITA has acquired Big Blue Analytics, developer of the OCCam disruption optimisation platform, enabling airlines worldwide to access AI-driven operational recovery tools designed to reduce disruption costs. GENEVA – SITA has acquired Big Blue Analytics, the developer of OCC Assistant Manager (OCCam), an AI-enabled disruption optimisation platform designed to help airlines manage operational disruptions more […]
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Airbus has partnered with Mistral AI to expand the use of trusted artificial intelligence across commercial aviation, defence, helicopters and space activities, supporting engineering, operations and future aerospace applications. Airbus has entered into a partnership agreement with European artificial intelligence company Mistral AI to expand the use of AI across its commercial aircraft, helicopter, defence […]
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IATA reports global air cargo demand increased by 4.0% in April 2026, driven by strong Asia-linked trade flows despite disruption caused by conflict in the Middle East. Asia-linked trade flows support cargo market performance as regional conflict reshapes global routes GENEVA – Global air cargo demand increased by 4.0% year-on-year in April 2026 despite ongoing […]
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Textron Aviation has signed a multi-aircraft agreement with Platoon Aviation, supporting plans to create Europe’s largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet. Hamburg-based operator plans growth in European charter market Textron Aviation has announced a multi-aircraft purchase agreement with Hamburg-based Platoon Aviation that is expected to position the operator as the largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet owner […]
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Air China Cargo has increased its Airbus A350F freighter order to 10 aircraft as the carrier expands long-haul cargo capacity and modernises its fleet. Air China Cargo has signed an agreement with Airbus for four additional A350F freighters, increasing its total commitment for the aircraft type to 10 units. The carrier previously placed an order […]
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DFS Aviation Services and AZANS have expanded their strategic partnership to support next-generation air traffic management modernisation across Azerbaijan’s airspace and airports. DFS Aviation Services (DAS) and Azerbaijan’s Azeraeronavigation Air Traffic Control Department (AZANS) have signed a Letter of Understanding during Airspace World 2026 aimed at expanding cooperation on the development of Azerbaijan’s digital air […]
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